SEPTA Expands Service Plan for Philadelphia’s 2026 World Cup Crowds SEPTA says it will add extra train service during next year’s FIFA World Cup in Philadelphia, rolling out a transit plan aimed at handling surges tied to both match days at Lincoln Financial Field and the Fan Festival at Lemon Hill. According to the agency’s […]
Woman Removed From Dauphin County Casino After Winning Jackpot While on Lifetime Ban A 69-year-old New Jersey woman was removed from Hollywood Casino in Dauphin County after authorities said she won a slot machine jackpot while on Pennsylvania’s lifetime self-exclusion list for gambling. State police said the woman, from Asbury, New Jersey, had voluntarily placed […]
Movies on the Mall Returns With Expanded 2026 Lineup at Independence Mall Philadelphia’s Movies on the Mall series is returning this year with an expanded five-night schedule, giving residents and visitors more chances to gather outdoors in the Historic District for free family-friendly screenings tied to the themes and history of Independence National Historical Park. For the […]
Mitchell & Ness Opens New Center City Flagship Store Mitchell & Ness is expanding its footprint in its hometown with the opening of a new three-story flagship store in Center City, a move that places one of Philadelphia’s most recognizable sportswear brands in the middle of what is shaping up to be a major stretch […]
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Philadelphia and New York are joining forces for Pride through a new partnership connecting two major LGBTQ+ visitor destinations, creating a shared tourism and history initiative at a moment when both cities are emphasizing preservation, visibility and inclusion. The collaboration links the Philly Pride Visitor Center with the Stonewall National Monument Visitor Center in New York City through a […]
Dexter Wansel, Sound of Philadelphia Pioneer, Dies at 75 Dexter Wansel, the keyboardist, songwriter, arranger and producer whose work helped define the Sound of Philadelphia and shape generations of soul and jazz music, has died at 75. RELATED: Rest In Power: Notable Black Folks Who We’ve Lost In 2026 His son, producer Andrew “Pop” Wansel, […]
The Eagles have agreed to trade star wide receiver A.J. Brown to the Patriots in a blockbuster move that reshapes both franchises heading into the 2026 season. The deal sends Brown to New England for a 2028 first-round pick and a 2027 fifth-round pick, with the later selection reported to be the better of the Patriots’ two fifth-rounders. […]
Roots Picnic 2026 Recap: Jay-Z’s Performance for the Ages, Erykah Badu Shines PHILADELPHIA — Roots Picnic 2026 hit the Belmont Plateau this weekend with the kind of star power and hometown energy that has made the festival one of Philadelphia’s signature music events, but this year the conversation quickly centered on one man: JAŸ-Z The annual festival, hosted by […]
National Burger Day 2026: Where to Find Burger Deals in Philadelphia and the Suburbs Burger lovers in Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs will have no shortage of options for National Burger Day on Thursday, May 28, with several national chains offering limited-time specials that can be redeemed locally at participating locations. While many of the promotions […]
Tyrese Maxey and Myra Gordon Welcome Daughter Marvel Tyrese Maxey has a new title this offseason: Father. Myra Gordon announced Wednesday that she and the 76ers guard have welcomed their daughter, Marvel, who was born on May 14. Gordon shared the news in an Instagram post captioned, “little life update ft. baby Marvel 5.14.26.” RELATED: Philly Sports WAGs: […]
Sixers fans claim over 1 million Chick-fil-A nuggets through 'Bricken for Chicken' promotion, a record-setting finish.